Bilingual Medical Assistant

Galveston County Health District•Texas City, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at Coastal Health & Wellness as a Bilingual Medical Assistant! Rotate between our Texas City and Galveston clinics while supporting providers and delivering high-quality, compassionate care. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, love working directly with patients, and want to make a real impact on community health, this is your opportunity to serve the residents of Galveston County. Ready to grow your healthcare career and make a difference every day? Apply today and be part of a team that puts community health first! Why Join Us? We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including: • Amazing retirement package to help secure your future • Affordable medical insurance for you and your family • Generous paid time off so you can recharge • FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind • FREE parking because the little things matter too! What You’ll Do: • Prepare patients for visits and accurately document in the electronic medical record (EMR) • Take and record vital signs, including pain scale for all ages • Collect patient histories, medication lists, allergies, and other key health information • Assist providers during exams and procedures • Perform screenings such as hearing, vision, EKGs, peak flow, and more • Conduct approved point-of-care testing (POCT) and collect lab specimens • Clean, disinfect, and restock exam rooms throughout the day • Support patient flow to reduce wait times and improve clinic efficiency • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members • Follow infection control policies and properly dispose of biohazard waste • Respond to emergency situations and adhere to clinic protocols • Assist with translation for Spanish-speaking patients when applicable • Learn and support medication administration under supervision • Complete required training and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
Must receive Medical Assistant certification within 6 months of hire with a nationally recognized accreditation organization
Must provide proof of the required certification within 6 months of hire
Current CPR certification
Must be fluent in both English and Spanish to effectively communicate with patients and support clinical operations.
0–6 months of clinical experience (new grads encouraged to apply!)
Strong communication, customer service, and computer skills (MS Office)
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and reliable transportation
Must be able to travel/rotate between Texas City and Galveston clinic locations
Must comply with GCHD immunization policy and ICS training requirements
Must pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening

Nice To Haves

Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
Previous clinical or externship experience in a healthcare setting
Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for visits and accurately document in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Take and record vital signs, including pain scale for all ages
Collect patient histories, medication lists, allergies, and other key health information
Assist providers during exams and procedures
Perform screenings such as hearing, vision, EKGs, peak flow, and more
Conduct approved point-of-care testing (POCT) and collect lab specimens
Clean, disinfect, and restock exam rooms throughout the day
Support patient flow to reduce wait times and improve clinic efficiency
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members
Follow infection control policies and properly dispose of biohazard waste
Respond to emergency situations and adhere to clinic protocols
Assist with translation for Spanish-speaking patients when applicable
Learn and support medication administration under supervision
Complete required training and perform other duties as assigned